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iQ Cordless Robotic Cleaner | Owner’s Manual
Section 1. Important Safety Instructions
READ AND FOLLOW ALL INSTRUCTIONS
Congratulations on purchasing this Zodiac Robotic Pool Cleaner. Please read through the entire manual
before installing your new robotic pool cleaner. Your cleaner must be installed and operated as specified.
WARNING
Failure to comply with the following warnings can result in permanent injury, electrocution or death.
PREVENT ELECTRICAL SHOCK
To reduce risk
of electrical shock:
• Please read the manual carefully, especially the safety instructions, and make sure you understand them fully before using the product. Only use the equipment for the purposes
specifically intended by the manufacturer. Carefully follow the instructions on operation, maintenance and repair.
• This Cleaner is not suitable for use by children and people with reduced physical, sensory or mental capabilities or inexperienced people who are not familiar with the product.
Children should be supervised to ensure that they do not play with the appliance, even when it is not in operation.
• Operators who perform maintenance must be fully conversant with its special features and safety regulations. Before using the cleaner, carefully read the operating manual
and make sure you understand the instructions.
• Only use original spare parts, do not change the design of the Cleaner, do not remove, bypass or tamper with the safety devices installed. The manufacturer shall not be
held liable if non-original spare parts are used. Failure to comply with this requirement may seriously endanger the health and safety of people.
• Ensure the cleaner is turned off before performing any adjustment or maintenance that the user is authorized to perform. Cleaning and maintenance must not be performed
by children.
• Do not use the cleaner if the top cover or brushes are damaged.
• Never use and recharge the cleaner in explosive and/or flammable environments.
• Only use the battery charger supplied by the manufacturer. Improper use may cause electric shocks, overheating or leakage of corrosive liquids from the battery.
• If any liquid leaks, wash the cleaner with water/neutralizer; in case of contact with eyes, seek medical attention. Liquid ejected from the battery may cause irritation
or burns.
• If the battery charger is damaged, have it replaced by the manufacturer or an authorized Zodiac dealer. DO NOT attempt to service the battery charger. A damaged cord
can lead to contact with live parts.
• The product contains magnets and components that emit electromagnetic fields. The magnets and electromagnetic fields can interfere with pacemakers, defibrillators
and other medical devices. Keep a safe distance between the medical device and the product. Consult your doctor or the manufacturer of the medical device for specific
information about it. If you think that the product is interfering with a pacemaker, defibrillator, or any other medical device, stop using the product starting from the distance
at which you feel interference.
• Do not smoke around, or allow the cleaner to be near sparks or flames. The batteries can generate gases which could possibly ignite.
• If at any time you detect any physical damage to the cleaner chassis, such as swollen or cracked casing, STOP and do not continue discharging or charging the battery.
• Never attempt to disassemble a battery pack. A battery can produce a short circuit causing severe burns. Avoid contact between any wires or metal items that could
cause sparking and short circuit the battery. If a battery leak occurs, avoid any contact with the leaking fluids and place the cleaner in a plastic bag. Wear complete eye
protection, gloves and protective clothing when disposing of cleaner. If leaking fluids come in contact with skin and clothing, wash immediately with plenty of soap and
water. If leaking fluids come in contact with eyes, do not rub eyes, immediately flush eyes with cool running water for at least 15 minutes and do not rub them. Seek medical
attention as soon as possible.
• Do not use a battery operated appliance that is damaged or modified. Damaged or modified batteries may exhibit unpredictable behavior resulting in fire, explosion, or
risk of injury.
• Connect unit to receptacle protected by a ground fault circuit interrupter (GFCI). Such a GFCI receptacle should be provided by a qualified installer and should be tested on
a routine basis. To test the GFCI, push the test button. The GFCI should interrupt power. Push the reset button. Power should be restored. If the GFCI fails to operate in this
manner, the GFCI is defective. If the GFCI interrupts power to the pump without the test button being pushed, a ground current is flowing, indicating the possibility of an
electric shock. Do not use this product. Disconnect the cleaner and have the problem corrected by a qualified service representative before using.
Alkaline batteries:
• Operating Temperature: 10° to 40°C:
• Do not expose it to high temperature or direct sunlight
• Risk of explosion if the battery is replaced by a different type of battery or mishandling.
• Risk of explosion if the battery is disposed of in a fire or hot oven, crushed mechanically, dismantled or cut.
• Respect the battery polarity.
• Do not recharge the battery.
• If you do not use the remote control for more than two months, please remove the batteries. Otherwise, battery leakage may damage the remote control.
• The battery must be disposed of properly. Recycling is required. Contact your local authority for more information.
LITHIUM-ION batteries:
• A battery can produce a short circuit causing several burns.
• If a battery leak occurs, avoid any contact with the leaking fluids and contact a professional to replace the battery.
• If leaking fluids come in contact with skin and clothing, wash immediately with plenty of soap and water.
• If leaking fluids come in contact with eyes, do not rub eyes. Immediately flush eyes with cool running water for at least 15 minutes and do not rub them.
Seek medical attention as soon as possible.
